The upcoming Munich Security Conference, opening Friday, will focus on what its security report calls the “Trump System,” referring to the policies of U.S. President Donald Trump, which are seen as reshaping the international order.
The report argues that the United States, which helped establish the global system nearly 80 years ago, is now undermining it, pushing the world toward a logic of “the strong” and those with wealth and influence, with Trump at the forefront.
It highlights that dialogue with the U.S. extends beyond the White House, encompassing a broad spectrum of American actors, as Washington repeatedly urges Europe to take greater responsibility for its own defense outside the U.S. security umbrella.
A key trilateral meeting will bring together German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, French President Emmanuel Macron, and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to discuss how to respond to shifts in U.S. policy and reshape transatlantic relations.
About one-third of Europe’s leaders and more than a quarter of U.S. Congress members, led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, are expected to attend, aiming to establish direct dialogue channels.
On Ukraine, the report criticized “inconsistent negotiations” led by the U.S., prompting Europeans to strengthen their independent stance. The “Ukrainian House” event will be a highlight, reflecting Europe’s effort to develop a more autonomous approach toward Kyiv.
Sources – Agencies
